Chap.6- Literary Luminator- Meredith O.

“Students’ real-life experiences are legitimized as they become part of the…curriculum.” (p.127)

When I was student teaching one of the most important lessons my master teacher taught me was to make the curriculum relevant to the students. If they can’t see a purpose or a way to relate to it, students will not be as receptive to what you’re trying to teach.

“ When students are treated as competent they are likely to demonstrate competence.” (p.134)

I think it’s important to believe in your students’ abilities. If you, as their teacher can’t believe in them, why should they believe in themselves? All students are capable of learning something.

“Effective teaching involves in-depth knowledge of both the students and the subject matter.” (p. 136)

It is important to know your materials and curriculum, but if you don’t know your students it can be ineffective. Taking the time to get to know your students from the very first day is important to helping them learn. If you know what interests and backgrounds your students have, you can help them relate to the material and give it purpose.